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Are you ready for homeschooling to feel joyful again? Want to build relationships and enjoy learning with your children? Welcome to Your Morning Basket. Hosted by Pam Barnhill, this podcast shares the magic and fulfillment that Morning Time aka Morning Basket or Circle Time can bring to your homeschool.Join host Pam Barnhill every other Tuesday as she shares principles and practices that can help you create a delightful start to your homeschool day. Discussions with experts and mentor-moms cover everything from choosing the right books for a wide age range to memorizing poems to getting kids to sit still. If you are ready to spend less time planning and more time engaged in learning with your children, join Your Morning Basket Plus https://plus.pambarnhill.com/your-morning-basket-plus-membership/

Your Morning Basket Pam Barnhill

    • Education
    • 4.8 • 658 Ratings

Are you ready for homeschooling to feel joyful again? Want to build relationships and enjoy learning with your children? Welcome to Your Morning Basket. Hosted by Pam Barnhill, this podcast shares the magic and fulfillment that Morning Time aka Morning Basket or Circle Time can bring to your homeschool.Join host Pam Barnhill every other Tuesday as she shares principles and practices that can help you create a delightful start to your homeschool day. Discussions with experts and mentor-moms cover everything from choosing the right books for a wide age range to memorizing poems to getting kids to sit still. If you are ready to spend less time planning and more time engaged in learning with your children, join Your Morning Basket Plus https://plus.pambarnhill.com/your-morning-basket-plus-membership/

    YMB #149: Why We Don't Make High School Morning Time Plans

    YMB #149: Why We Don't Make High School Morning Time Plans

    If you're a homeschooling parent looking for meaningful ways to engage with your high schoolers and bring joy to your homeschool routine, this episode of Your Morning Basket is for you. Join host Pam Barnhill and co-hosts Laney Homan and Dawn Garrett, as they discuss incorporating Morning Time for high schoolers and the importance of Morning Time, plans that cater to the whole family.
    Laney Homan shares her experience of using Morning Time plans with her senior high schooler and her 7-year-old, emphasizing the value of not making high school plans and engaging in enjoyable learning together. Dawn Garrett discusses making Morning Time count for high schoolers and provides insight into incorporating it into their daily routine.
    Discover how morning time plans offer valuable learning experiences for children of different ages, including high schoolers. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion that will inspire and guide you in making Morning Time work for your high schoolers!
    Key Takeaways:
    Morning time plans for homeschooling high schoolers can be varied and flexible, incorporating activities that cater to different subjects and interests.Morning time plans include diverse activities, videos, picture study, poetry, and level-up activities suitable for older students.High schoolers can engage with morning time plans through activities like math, which includes advanced concepts suitable for their age and ability.Discover how morning time plans can benefit high schoolers and the whole family
    Links and Resources
    Your Morning Basket+Month of Morning TimePicture Books Aren't Just for Preschoolers
    For full show notes and a transcript of today’s episode, head to https://pambarnhill.com/ymb#149
    To join our free homeschool community, you can create an account right here.

    • 39 min
    YMB #148 Why Current Events? with Carl Azuz

    YMB #148 Why Current Events? with Carl Azuz

    If you're a homeschooling mom looking for ways to incorporate current events into your homeschool, episode 148 of Your Morning Basket is a must-listen! Join host Pam Barnhill and returning guest, Carl Azuz the host and executive producer of The World From A to Z as they delve into the world of news and media literacy. Pam and Carl discuss the importance of engaging kids in meaningful conversations about global events and navigating the complex landscape of media and news consumption.
    Carl shares his experience as a news presenter for CNN and his reasons behind creating, "The World From A to Z," a nonpartisan news show designed to provide a well-rounded look at international events, cultures, and stories for students. Discover how "The World From A to Z" can help bring current issues to your homeschool in a family-friendly manner.
    Key Takeaways:
    Learn how, The World From A to Z provides a well-rounded perspective on news and culture.As homeschoolers, we have a unique opportunity to engage our kids in critical thinking conversations about what's happening in the world. Carl shares his journey from CNN to creating The World From A to Z, a family friendly news outlet for students.Carl encourages multiple perspectives and fact-checking in an ever growing digital age. Learn how discussing news and current events can help our children think critically and have meaningful discussions.Encourage our children to have well-rounded perspectives, especially on controversial topics. Encourage our children to bridge disagreement and polarization within their communities with factual news information. The World From A to Z runs a fresh, nine minute episode each weekday.
    Links and Resources
    Your Morning Basket PlusThe World From A to ZCarl Azuz's YouTube channelCarl Azuz on Your Morning BasketPoynter InstituteSonlight Homeschool Curriculum
    For full show notes and a transcript of today’s episode, head to https://pambarnhill.com/ymb148
    To join our free homeschool community, you can create an account right here.

    • 38 min
    How Morning Time Can Save Your School in a Season of Burnout

    How Morning Time Can Save Your School in a Season of Burnout

    In this episode, discover practical strategies to combat burnout in your homeschool with Pam Barnhill and co-hosts, Ali Madej and Meg Angelino. You will gain valuable insight on using Morning Time and other tools to engage your children during times of curriculum fatigue, seasonal illness, new baby, or overall burnout. 
    This candid conversation acknowledges the natural ebbs and flows in the homeschooling journey and the importance of extending grace to both parents and children during periods of burnout. The team offers practical insights into managing grading and striking a balance between pleasurable learning and skill subjects.
    Tune in to Your Morning Basket Podcast and start your journey towards a more intentional and joyful homeschooling approach today.
    Key Ideas About Morning Time and Burnout
    Utilize library apps, such as; Hoopla, Libby for audiobooks and online resources to engage kids in learning during times of burnout.Embrace the fun and learning potential in Explorations, read-aloud time, and strewing to keep kids engaged.Explore strategies for managing burnout, including; managing mom's health, starting with enjoyable subjects, and outsourcing subjects.Emphasize the importance of balance and grace for both the homeschooling parent and the children during times of burnout.See Morning Time as a fundamental tool to combat burnout. 
    Links and Resources
    YMB+HooplaLibbyLife of FredPut Your Homeschool Year On AutopilotDenise Gaskin on YMBHandbook of Nature Study
    For full show notes and a transcript of today’s episode, head to https://pambarnhill.com/ymb147
    To join our free homeschool community, you can create an account right here.

    • 30 min
    YMB #146: The Importance of Goals in Homeschool Morning Time

    YMB #146: The Importance of Goals in Homeschool Morning Time

    Join Pam Barnhill and co-hosts Meg Angelino and Laney Homan as they delve into the purpose and structure of morning time in homeschooling. In this episode, the hosts discuss the importance of setting goals for morning time, its role in fostering lifelong learning and family connections, and strategies for making it a valuable and efficient part of the homeschool day. 
    They share their personal experiences, tips, and insights on how to incorporate morning time into various homeschooling philosophies and its impact on family life.
    Key Takeaways
    Morning Time is adaptable and can work for families regardless of their homeschooling philosophy, prioritizing what is important for each family.It provides an opportunity to include academic subjects, making homeschooling more efficient by teaching everyone at once.It's important to incorporate enjoyable elements for each family member in morning time, using it as a fun way to introduce less favored subjects.The hosts share their approaches to homeschooling and how morning time aligns with their individual philosophies.Tips and insights are provided for moms looking to implement morning time in their homeschooling routine.
    For full show notes and a transcript of today’s episode, head to https://pambarnhill.com/ymb146
    To join our free homeschool community, you can create an account right here.

    • 50 min
    YMB #145 Flashback Narration How-tos with Sonya Shafer

    YMB #145 Flashback Narration How-tos with Sonya Shafer

    Join hosts Pam Barnhill and Dawn Garrett as they revisit a classic episode of "Your Morning Basket" with Sonya Shafer, a homeschooling veteran, speaker, and writer specializing in the Charlotte Mason style of education. In this flashback episode, Sonya shares valuable insights into the power of narration and its role in developing children's personalities and engagement with books. Listen for practical tips for implementing narration, the effectiveness of oral compositions, and the benefits of using living books to foster the imagination.
    Key Takeaways About Narration:
    Learn how narration can engage children with books, develop their personalities, and enhance their oral composition, memory, and language skills. Understand the importance of grace for both parents and children as they navigate the learning process, emphasizing patience and trust. Explore the introduction of different types of narration, such as descriptive, expository, and persuasive, to students at various grade levels, and the stages of integrating these compositions into their education. Gain advice on encouraging children's narration skills without over-analyzing, to foster higher-level thinking and a love for storytelling and expression. 
    For full show notes and a transcript of today’s episode, head to pambarnhill.com/ymb145
    To join our free homeschool community, you can create an account right here.

    • 50 min
    YMB #144 The Team's Favorite Christmas Books

    YMB #144 The Team's Favorite Christmas Books

    Get into the holiday spirit with the Your Morning Basket Podcast's special episode, "The Team's Favorite Christmas Books." Join host Pam Barnhill as she welcomes Betsy Cypress, Meg Angelino, Genie Shaw, Ali Madej, Jeanette Pascua, Laney Homan, Katy Wallace, and Dawn Garrett as they share their personal favorite Christmas picture books and family traditions. From heartwarming stories to meaningful activities, you'll discover new books to read and find inspiration for creating meaningful traditions with your own family. Don't miss out on this festive episode that will add warmth and joy to your holiday season.
    Key Takeaways:
     Discover new Christmas picture books to enjoy with your family, including Mortimer's Christmas Manger by Karma Wilson and The Adventure of Christmas by Lisa Welshell.Start your own family traditions inspired by the podcast team's favorite activities, such as wrapping Hershey's Kisses as a countdown to Christmas or visiting neighborhood Christmas light displays.
    For full show notes and a transcript of today’s episode, head to pambarnhill.com/ymb144
    To join our free homeschool community, you can create an account right here.

    • 40 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
658 Ratings

658 Ratings

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This Podcast saved my Homeschool

I began homeschooling roughly two and a half years ago. My daughter was in third grade and I withdrew her from two charter schools after several negative incidents during and after COVID-19 shutdowns.

Starting out, I chose a curriculum I thought I would enjoy that she would also enjoy. Turned out I did not care for the curriculum at all, due to my own extreme expectations. I looked all over Pinterest and continually came across “Morning Time” and “Morning Basket” blogs. It sounded great, and I really wanted to try it! However, I kept biting off more than I could chew, and FAR more than my daughter could chew. I ended up switching curriculum and tried morning time again and again and it just kept falling off the wagon.

I came across this podcast when I discovered my iPhone had a free podcast app about a year ago. Starting from the very beginning, I’ve listened to nearly every episode there is, only skipping the few that didn’t apply to me. About three months ago, I began to implement Morning Time and reevaluate how I was teaching school. I absolutely love the curriculum we use, but it was dragging out to be an all day thing. I currently have five children, three are school age, two are two and under, so Morning Time was really appealing. Now, we have a successful morning time, though it is long by some standards, but it covers the majority of their school day and all that’s left afterwards is 30 minutes to an hour of skill work.

I truly believe had I not found this podcast, morning time would still be a far off dream and school would be a drudgery. I cannot recommend Your Morning Basket enough. Though I am not a member of Pam’s YMB+, her advice, and the advice of her guests, has been life changing for my homeschool. We now enjoy our school days (barring the occasional ‘I’d rather be playing’ mentality from my older boys, aged 6 and 5).

Truly, this has been monumental and thank you so much, Pam and your team, for putting in the time and effort to make this Podcast happen!

HomeEducation4Two ,

God Send

As a former teacher turned homeschool mom it can be overwhelming trying to figure what our day will look like. So many walls I’ve had to break down because of time in a classroom. Finding Pam has been such a God send and has given me the permission I needed to do things differently with my kiddos. Home education doesn’t need (or should in my case) look like a public school classroom!

Lizzie O' ,

Always a favorite!

Pam continues to do an amazing job with this podcast. She is a wonderful host, never hurried, asks great questions and really lets her guest share his/her experience fully. The variety of experience & wisdom here is fruit for the homeschooling community at large. I’ve been listening from day one and this podcast continues to be a top favorite. Thank you Pam!

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